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Maintaining Communication

1st Lt. Daniel Nauman, 20th Bomb Squadron co-pilot, looks at an in-flight guide during a radio rodeo on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 18. The purpose of the rodeo was to troubleshoot aircraft radios that allow aircrew to maintain better communication with ground crews. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)

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Supplying the Buff

Airman Michael Sampson, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron material management apprentice, inventories a B-52H Stratofortress mobility readiness spares package on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 17. The package contains parts used to repair the B-52. Maintaining high value strategic assets require constant vigilance and the Airmen of Team Barksdale must be at their peak performance at all times to ensure there are no mishaps when dealing with the assets under their control. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)

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Training on the BUFF

Airman 1st Class Weston Fleming, 11th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, lifts a speed-brake spoiler on the wing of a B-52H Stratofortress while Airman 1st Class Dillon Neth, 11 AMU, installs a spoiler lock on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12. The spoiler lock is installed for safety reasons to keep the spoiler up while inspections and maintenance is performed underneath. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Crew chiefs conduct preflight inspections

Senior Airman Brandon Marlow, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, pumps air into the hydraulics reservoir of a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12. Air is pumped into the hydraulics reservoir to drain out excess fluid. Not enough pressure inside the hydraulics system may cause the fluid inside to move around, drain out or be distributed unevenly to other systems during flight. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Crew chiefs conduct preflight inspections

Senior Airman Brandon Marlow, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, checks under the wing of a B-52H Stratofortress during a preflight inspection on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12. During preflight inspections, crew chiefs check the exterior and interior of aircraft for any abnormalities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Powered up

Airman Thomas Neubert, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron power production journeyman, conducts a pre-operational check on a generator on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 11. The generator is checked monthly and is used to power the command post in case of a power outage. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Tons of Fun

Airmen from the 2nd Force Support Squadron pull a fire truck during the 2nd Mission Support Group Olympics on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 7. With the driver, fire equipment and water in the fire truck, the total weight pulled was more than 34,000 pounds. The fire truck must be fully equipped at all times in case of emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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Tons of Fun

Airmen from the 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron pull a fire truck during the 2nd Mission Support Group Olympics on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 7. With the driver, fire equipment and water in the fire truck, the total weight pulled was more than 34,000 pounds. The fire truck must be fully equipped at all times in case of emergencies. The 2 CES team placed second in the competition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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Tons of Fun

Airmen from the 2nd Security Forces Squadron, pull a fire truck during the 2nd Mission Support Group Olympics on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 7. The 2 SFS submitted two teams for the competition. Security Forces team two won the fire truck pull competition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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Sparks

Airman 1st Class David Reid, 2nd Maintenance Squadron Fabrication Flight apprentice, welds steel plates together during training on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 6. Metals technology Airmen, weld, manufacture, and are capable of creating parts from raw materials. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Metal Grinding

Airman 1st Class Cameron Arruda, 2nd Maintenance Squadron Fabrication Flight journeyman, grinds a brass bushing on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 6. Bushings are attached to the pin that connects the fuel tanks to the aircraft to prevent friction from metal rubbing together and damaging the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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2 MXS Airman hooked on fighting corrosion

Airman 1st Class Jared Caldwell, 2nd Maintenance Squadron, applies a chemical paint remover to an engine hook on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 3. The ambient temperature of the room determines how well the chemical stripper works, and how long it will take for the paint to be removed. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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Maintaining the BUFF

Maintainers work on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 5. Airmen from multiple maintenance shops ensure the B-52 stays mission ready at all times. Some of the maintenance shops that contribute to the Barksdale mission include hydraulics, fuels systems, fabrications and egress. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Maintaining the BUFF

Hydraulics technicians from the 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit reinstall a spoiler metering valve on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 5. The spoiler metering valve allows the B-52 flight controls to perform aerial maneuvers. During any type of aircraft maintenance, Airmen are required to work with a partner for safety and support. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Maintaining the BUFF

Senior Airman Tobi Bennett, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit hydraulics technician, reinstalls a spoiler metering valve on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 5. The spoiler metering valve allows the B-52 flight controls to perform aerial maneuvers. The long range and versatility of the B-52 make it the weapon of choice for providing deterrence, demonstrating U.S. resolve and combat operations around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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B-52 Ready and waiting

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron work on a B-52H Stratofortress as storm clouds approach on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 4. The B-52's dark grey color helps the aircraft blend in when flying at higher altitudes, at night or over large bodies of water. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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B-52 Ready and waiting

A B-52H Stratofortress sits on the flightline on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 4. The B-52 is classified as a long-range, heavy bomber and is capable of carrying 70,000 pounds of mixed ordnance 8,800 miles without being air refueled. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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2 SFS Emergency Services Team stays mission-ready

Members of the 2nd Security Forces Emergency Services Team discuss tactical procedures on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 28. The team, similar to Special Weapons and Tactics teams, responds to high-risk situations, including hostage situations and felony warrants. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Big tanks, Tight spaces

Staff Sgt. Matthew Abbott, 307th Bomb Wing Fuel Systems Maintenance section, prepares to climb inside the fuel tank of a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 15. Airmen in the fuels section have the responsibility of diagnosing and repairing various fuel systems and fuel tanks on the B-52 to ensure the aircraft completes its mission of delivering precision munitions on the battlefield. (U.S. Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)(RELEASED)

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BUFFs on the line

B-52H Stratoforess bombers sit on the flightline on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 14. The B-52 has endured the past 60 years as one of the Air Force?s most powerful bombers. The B-52 provides the backbone of the bomber force with the ability for global attack and precision engagement. Its proud history paves the way as the next generation of bombers comes online to provide a comprehensive bomber package. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)(RELEASED)

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